The holiday season is here and it's a time filled with joy, celebrations and indulgence. While it’s important to enjoy the festivities many of us struggle to maintain our fitness routines and energy levels during this busy period. Luckily matcha can be your secret weapon for staying on track while fully embracing the holiday spirit.
1. Start Your Day with a Matcha Morning Ritual
The holidays often mean busy schedules and stressful days but starting your day with a cup of matcha sets the tone for focus and energy. Matcha is rich in L-theanine which will promote calmness and alertness so pair your morning matcha latte with a quick workout or some yoga to kickstart your day.
Recipe:
• 1 tsp matcha
• 1 cup almond milk (or milk of your choice)
• 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
Whisk together and enjoy!
2. Use Matcha for a Midday Energy Boost
Holiday shopping, decorating and social events can leave you feeling drained. Instead of reaching for sugary snacks or another cup of coffee, opt for a refreshing matcha smoothie. The combination of matcha’s sustained energy and the nutrients from fruits or greens will keep you going strong.
Quick Matcha Smoothie Idea:
• 1 tsp matcha
• 1 banana
• 1 cup spinach
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tbsp almond butter
Blend and enjoy a nourishing midday pick-me-up!
3. Matcha as a Pre-Workout Power-Up
With so much going on finding time to work out during the holidays can be tough. Matcha’s natural caffeine content can serve as an excellent pre-workout drink giving you the energy and focus you need to crush your holiday workouts.
4. Incorporate Matcha into Holiday Treats
Staying fit doesn’t mean skipping out on treats. Matcha adds a nutritious twist to holiday desserts. Try matcha protein balls or matcha-infused cookies to enjoy festive flavors without the sugar crash.
5. Relax and Recover with Matcha
The holidays can be stressful but matcha can help you unwind. End your day with a warm matcha latte using one of our naturally flavoured matcha blends.
Why Matcha Works During the Holidays
This holiday season let matcha be your ally in staying fit, energised and mindful. By incorporating matcha into your daily routine you can enjoy the festivities while maintaining balance. Cheers to a happy healthy holiday season!
Checkout www.fitmatcha.com for more information about matcha and wellbeing. If you’re interested in more matcha recipes explore the Fit Matcha Recipe eBook for ideas that are both delicious and easy to make! Each recipe also contains macro breakdowns to help you with your wellbeing goals.